Professor
Robert Romero
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Fall 2025 - This class was very manageable and definitely one of the easier ones to do well in. The workload is generally light, and achieving a good grade is very achievable. Professor Romero is incredibly kind and clearly passionate about the subject, which makes the lectures both enjoyable and engaging. There are weekly readings, but whether you really need to do them depends a lot on your TA. For assignments, there are four film reflections (around 300–400 words each) that are graded by your TA. Because of this, your experience and grade in the class can vary quite a bit depending on who your TA is, so that’s something to keep in mind. The midterm is a 41-question take-home exam and is very straightforward. The final is a take-home 6–7 page essay that ties together themes from throughout the course. One important thing to note is that not all lecture slides are posted, so attending lectures and taking solid notes are really important for doing well on the final essay. Discussion attendance is mandatory, and depending on your TA, there may be additional small assignments on top of the main coursework. My TA was Will Sanchez, and while they seemed willing to help, communication was sometimes difficult since emails often went unanswered. Overall, the class can feel a bit disorganized at times, and communication isn’t always the strongest, but it’s still a very easy class, the expectations are reasonable, and Professor Romero is great. If you’re looking for a low-stress course with an approachable professor, this is a solid option.
Fall 2025 - This class was very manageable and definitely one of the easier ones to do well in. The workload is generally light, and achieving a good grade is very achievable. Professor Romero is incredibly kind and clearly passionate about the subject, which makes the lectures both enjoyable and engaging. There are weekly readings, but whether you really need to do them depends a lot on your TA. For assignments, there are four film reflections (around 300–400 words each) that are graded by your TA. Because of this, your experience and grade in the class can vary quite a bit depending on who your TA is, so that’s something to keep in mind. The midterm is a 41-question take-home exam and is very straightforward. The final is a take-home 6–7 page essay that ties together themes from throughout the course. One important thing to note is that not all lecture slides are posted, so attending lectures and taking solid notes are really important for doing well on the final essay. Discussion attendance is mandatory, and depending on your TA, there may be additional small assignments on top of the main coursework. My TA was Will Sanchez, and while they seemed willing to help, communication was sometimes difficult since emails often went unanswered. Overall, the class can feel a bit disorganized at times, and communication isn’t always the strongest, but it’s still a very easy class, the expectations are reasonable, and Professor Romero is great. If you’re looking for a low-stress course with an approachable professor, this is a solid option.
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Fall 2025 - Lectures cover a broad range of topics related to Chicano history/culture, basically giving a good introduction to a little bit of “everything.” Interesting content about race, colonialism, and chicano movements. Tbh, Prof Romero repeats a lot of what is said in the slides, but since the slides are not usually posted online, definitely go to lectures. Even though the lectures are recorded, seeing the slides and explanations during the lecture is helpful. Readings every week (one simple writing assignment every week), we’d have a required film to watch on our own time every week (with writing assignment due almost every week). It’s not bad at all though. However I do recommend taking decently good notes on readings and films because they will be useful for the final. Only had one quiz, and one “take home” final essay, basically gave us around a week to do it and turn it in on canvas. Great class, recommend!
Fall 2025 - Lectures cover a broad range of topics related to Chicano history/culture, basically giving a good introduction to a little bit of “everything.” Interesting content about race, colonialism, and chicano movements. Tbh, Prof Romero repeats a lot of what is said in the slides, but since the slides are not usually posted online, definitely go to lectures. Even though the lectures are recorded, seeing the slides and explanations during the lecture is helpful. Readings every week (one simple writing assignment every week), we’d have a required film to watch on our own time every week (with writing assignment due almost every week). It’s not bad at all though. However I do recommend taking decently good notes on readings and films because they will be useful for the final. Only had one quiz, and one “take home” final essay, basically gave us around a week to do it and turn it in on canvas. Great class, recommend!
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Winter 2019 - This class was super easy. I didn't really pay attention in lecture and only read one book out of the two required. Just read one book and you'll be fine and take notes on the slides because he doesn't post them on ccle. If you need any of the books from the class (Critical Race Theory or The Latino Threat) message me, I'm selling them for cheaper than the UCLA store **********
Winter 2019 - This class was super easy. I didn't really pay attention in lecture and only read one book out of the two required. Just read one book and you'll be fine and take notes on the slides because he doesn't post them on ccle. If you need any of the books from the class (Critical Race Theory or The Latino Threat) message me, I'm selling them for cheaper than the UCLA store **********
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Fall 2020 - I took this as a FIAT LUX, and glad I took it. Professor Romero is a super genuine, happy, and informative person. Obviously, this class is not hard at all. The only thing required to pass is one assignment at the end of the quarter. If you identify as a Chicano/a and want to learn more about your culture, then this class will do that. Even if you're not Chicano/a, it is still interesting. Be ready to get political though. Every class turned to a political topic. Overall, easy, interesting class.
Fall 2020 - I took this as a FIAT LUX, and glad I took it. Professor Romero is a super genuine, happy, and informative person. Obviously, this class is not hard at all. The only thing required to pass is one assignment at the end of the quarter. If you identify as a Chicano/a and want to learn more about your culture, then this class will do that. Even if you're not Chicano/a, it is still interesting. Be ready to get political though. Every class turned to a political topic. Overall, easy, interesting class.
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